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grand-père

English translation of grand-père

grandfather

The French word for grandfather is 'grand-père'. It is used to refer to the father of one's parent. In French, the word is often used with the definite article 'le' before it, as in 'le grand-père'. It can also be used as a term of endearment or respect for an older man, even if he is not one's actual grandfather.


Example sentences using: grand-père

Mon grand-père aime jouer au golf.

English translation of Mon grand-père aime jouer au golf.

My grandfather likes to play golf.

This sentence is a simple statement about the speaker's grandfather's hobby, which is playing golf. In French, 'grand-père' is used to refer to one's grandfather.

Le chien de mon grand-père est très gentil.

English translation of Le chien de mon grand-père est très gentil.

My grandfather's dog is very nice.

This sentence is about the speaker's grandfather's dog. The use of 'de' indicates possession in French.

Le jardin de grand-père est magnifique.

English translation of Le jardin de grand-père est magnifique.

Grandfather's garden is beautiful.

This sentence aims to express an admiration for the beauty of the speaker's grandfather's garden. The use of 'de' indicates possession in French.

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